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**[[Jack Hannibal]] - Businessman and founder of [[Hannibal Weapon Systems]]{{Ref/Reuse|HPoL19}} | **[[Jack Hannibal]] - Businessman and founder of [[Hannibal Weapon Systems]]{{Ref/Reuse|HPoL19}} | ||
*Dr. [[Henry Glassman]] - UNSC scientist{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/characters/henry-glassman| | *Dr. [[Henry Glassman]] - UNSC scientist{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/characters/henry-glassman|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Henry Glassman}} | ||
*[[Quarrie family]] | *[[Quarrie family]] | ||
**[[McKinnon Quarrie]] - Rally driver{{Ref/Reuse|HPoL23}} | **[[McKinnon Quarrie]] - Rally driver{{Ref/Reuse|HPoL23}} | ||
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===Post-war=== | ===Post-war=== | ||
[[File:HWF Storm cutter vs Gladius.jpg|thumb|300px|right|''Mark of Prophecy'' and ''Divine Breath'' engaging the UNSC ''Sagan Blue'' over New Carthage.]] | [[File:HWF Storm cutter vs Gladius.jpg|thumb|300px|right|''Mark of Prophecy'' and ''Divine Breath'' engaging the UNSC ''Sagan Blue'' over New Carthage.]] | ||
In [[2554]], two {{Class|DAS|storm cutter}}s, ''[[Mark of Prophecy]]'' and ''[[Divine Breath]]'', were being used by [[Kig-Yar]] engaged in smuggling and [[piracy]] near New Carthage. The two ships had a deadly encounter with the {{Class|Gladius|corvette}} {{UNSCShip|Sagan Blue}}.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/stay-frosty| | In [[2554]], two {{Class|DAS|storm cutter}}s, ''[[Mark of Prophecy]]'' and ''[[Divine Breath]]'', were being used by [[Kig-Yar]] engaged in smuggling and [[piracy]] near New Carthage. The two ships had a deadly encounter with the {{Class|Gladius|corvette}} {{UNSCShip|Sagan Blue}}.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/stay-frosty|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Stay Frosty}} At some point a thermal reactor located underneath the city of [[Pilvros]] was failing, and as a result the city was evacuated.{{Ref/Site|Id=Screenshots|URL=http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/universe/detail/6fb19dac0a504569945c81dea778ef4f/perdition-screenshot-gallery|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Perdition Screenshot Gallery}} | ||
During the [[The Reclamation|rise]] of the [[Created]] in [[2558#October|October 2558]], one of [[Cortana]]'s [[Guardian Custode|Guardian]]s emerged near Pilvros, causing a crater that swallowed part of an [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] facility. At least two [[prowler]]s attempted to fight back against the construct but were quickly knocked out of the sky by its [[electromagnetic pulse]].{{Ref/Novel|Id=HPoL36|HPoL|Chapter=36}} The planet was likely subjugated by the Created following this event. | During the [[The Reclamation|rise]] of the [[Created]] in [[2558#October|October 2558]], one of [[Cortana]]'s [[Guardian Custode|Guardian]]s emerged near Pilvros, causing a crater that swallowed part of an [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] facility. At least two [[prowler]]s attempted to fight back against the construct but were quickly knocked out of the sky by its [[electromagnetic pulse]].{{Ref/Novel|Id=HPoL36|HPoL|Chapter=36}} The planet was likely subjugated by the Created following this event. | ||
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===Economy=== | ===Economy=== | ||
[[Hannibal Weapon Systems]] is a prominent defense contractor on the planet. Their biggest work appears to be in [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor]]. They developed the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Infiltrator]], which was tested on the orbital defense platforms above New Carthage.{{Ref/Site|Id=h4details|URL=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LGdJ9hWC5M&feature=g-all-u| | [[Hannibal Weapon Systems]] is a prominent defense contractor on the planet. Their biggest work appears to be in [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor]]. They developed the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Infiltrator]], which was tested on the orbital defense platforms above New Carthage.{{Ref/Site|Id=h4details|URL=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4LGdJ9hWC5M&feature=g-all-u|Site=Youtube|Page=IGN Daily Fix: Halo 4 Details}} The Hannibal Weapon Systems facility also developed multiple [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor]] variants at Kotka, Pori on New Carthage.{{Ref/Game|[[Halo 4]]|Detail=Armory descriptions}}{{Ref/Site|URL=http://www.halowaypoint.com/en-US/halo4guide|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Halo 4 Interactive Guide}} | ||
===Culture=== | ===Culture=== | ||
New Carthage is host to the [[New Carthage Sprint Series]], a competitive motorsport event that features the colony's deadly wildlife, rugged terrain, heavy weapons, and talented driving skill.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-driving-force| | New Carthage is host to the [[New Carthage Sprint Series]], a competitive motorsport event that features the colony's deadly wildlife, rugged terrain, heavy weapons, and talented driving skill.{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/community/blog-posts/canon-fodder-driving-force|Site=Halo Waypoint|Page=Canon Fodder - Driving Force}} | ||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
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New Carthage, known as Kaphus to the Forerunners,[3] is a human colony planet of the Unified Earth Government, located among the Inner Colonies.[4]
Overview
Topography and ecology
New Carthage is home to vast blue oceans that hide many dangerous species, such as the great red shark.[5][2] Its landmasses are covered in weathered shale mountains, high alpine plains, and semi-arid grasslands and deserts.[2]
Locations
Known residents
- Hannibal family
- Jack Hannibal - Businessman and founder of Hannibal Weapon Systems[2]
- Dr. Henry Glassman - UNSC scientist[6]
- Quarrie family
- McKinnon Quarrie - Rally driver[7]
- Maise Quarrie
- Ram Chalva - Well-known salvager[3][2]
History
The Hannibal family
In 2474, the Hannibal family acquired thirty acres of land in the Pori region of New Carthage. This tract of land would eventually become the city of Pilvros, named after Jack Pilvros Hannibal. By 2505, the family had constructed a building over the site of an abnormally large shard of variegated rock—called Pori Meteor—and a buried Forerunner structure. Later known as Hannibal HQ, it is likely that this location was selected purposefully by the Hannibal family after the discovery of the subterranean alien facility. Within the next six years, Jack Hannibal had produced the first small-scale quantum photonic amplifier for SATCOM relays, revolutionizing the speed and integrity of extraplanet communication. This success would kickstart Hannibal Weapon Systems, a manufacturer that would eventually hold a substantial amount of control over the entire colony.[2]
New Carthage survived the Human-Covenant War unscathed.[2]
Post-war
In 2554, two DAS-class storm cutters, Mark of Prophecy and Divine Breath, were being used by Kig-Yar engaged in smuggling and piracy near New Carthage. The two ships had a deadly encounter with the Gladius-class corvette UNSC Sagan Blue.[8] At some point a thermal reactor located underneath the city of Pilvros was failing, and as a result the city was evacuated.[9]
During the rise of the Created in October 2558, one of Cortana's Guardians emerged near Pilvros, causing a crater that swallowed part of an Office of Naval Intelligence facility. At least two prowlers attempted to fight back against the construct but were quickly knocked out of the sky by its electromagnetic pulse.[10] The planet was likely subjugated by the Created following this event.
Government and society
Defenses
New Carthage has a network of orbital defense platforms.[11][7]
Economy
Hannibal Weapon Systems is a prominent defense contractor on the planet. Their biggest work appears to be in MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor. They developed the MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/Infiltrator, which was tested on the orbital defense platforms above New Carthage.[11] The Hannibal Weapon Systems facility also developed multiple MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor variants at Kotka, Pori on New Carthage.[12][13]
Culture
New Carthage is host to the New Carthage Sprint Series, a competitive motorsport event that features the colony's deadly wildlife, rugged terrain, heavy weapons, and talented driving skill.[14]
Trivia
The planet is named after the ancient city of Carthage. Hannibal Weapon Systems is named in reference to Hannibal, an infamous Carthaginian general who is considered to be one of the greatest military leaders in history.
List of appearances
- Halo 4 (First appearance)
- Halo 5: Guardians (Mentioned only)
- Halo: Legacy of Onyx (Mentioned only)
- Halo: Point of Light
Sources
- ^ Halo: Point of Light, chapter 25
- ^ a b c d e f g Halo: Point of Light, chapter 19
- ^ a b Halo: Point of Light, chapter 17
- ^ Halo Mythos, page ???
- ^ Halo: Legacy of Onyx, page 186
- ^ Halo Waypoint, Henry Glassman
- ^ a b Halo: Point of Light, chapter 23
- ^ Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Stay Frosty
- ^ Halo Waypoint, Perdition Screenshot Gallery
- ^ Halo: Point of Light, chapter 36
- ^ a b Youtube, IGN Daily Fix: Halo 4 Details
- ^ Halo 4: Armory descriptions
- ^ Halo Waypoint, Halo 4 Interactive Guide
- ^ Halo Waypoint, Canon Fodder - Driving Force
